Description

Job Description

The Senior Strategic Project Manager (m/f/d) is responsible for leading strategic, global transformation initiatives across the organization, from concept creation through execution and benefits realization. The role requires strong end-to-end ownership, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to translate strategy into scalable, high-impact delivery.

The incumbent will work closely with Head Office and regional leadership, IT, QSC, and GCC teams, ensuring alignment, transparency, and measurable business outcomes through disciplined execution and executive-level storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Translate Hapag-Lloyd's strategic objectives into clear project concepts, frameworks, and execution roadmaps
• Continuously assess voice of customer insights, market trends, and competitive dynamics to shape and support strategic priorities
• Lead end-to-end project delivery, from planning and implementation through rollout and post-launch stabilization
• Partner with IT, Digital, Process Excellence, and other functional teams to deliver scalable and sustainable solutions
• Drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups and manage stakeholder expectations, resolve conflicts, and ensure timely, well-informed decision-making
• Enable senior leadership to make data-driven decisions through concise, insight-focused communications across Head Office and Regions
• Lead performance management initiatives (KPIs and milestones) linked to the Hapag-Lloyd 2030 strategy, driving continuous progress
• Build, lead, and develop a team of project and program managers to deliver on the "Undisputed No. 1 for Quality" strategy

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project or program management, preferably within complex, matrix organizations
• Proven track record in leading large-scale, cross-functional, or transformational initiatives
• Experience in shipping, logistics, or global service environments is an advantage
• Strong conceptual thinking and structured problem-solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities, including at senior leadership levels
• Exceptional communication, storytelling, and presentation skills
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear, executive-level narratives
• High level of ownership, accountability, and execution focus

About Us

Hapag-Lloyd is one of the world's leading liner shipping companies, connecting businesses and people across more than 600 ports worldwide. With a fleet of over 300 modern container ships and a vessel capacity of 2.5 million TEU, we keep global trade moving reliably every day.
Our global network spans 140 countries, 400 offices, and a growing portfolio of terminal and infrastructure investments. This scale enables us to deliver consistent, high-quality service across continents and to support our customers in even the most complex supply chains.
When you join us, you become part of more than 18,000 colleagues working across borders, functions, and cultures, to not only to deliver quality for our customers, but to create innovation and opportunities across roles, regions, and perspectives.
We believe that every exploration is a chance to grow, and every port is a place to belong.
Your Journey, Our Horizon

About the Team

• Exciting challenges, real responsibility, and the opportunity to make your own ideas visible in a wide range of projects
• Individual development through our Hapag-Lloyd LEARNING CAMPUS, international perspectives, and mentoring programs that genuinely advance your career
• Attractive compensation (13 monthly salaries + vacation pay) as well as strong social benefits in a financially stable company
• At least 28 days of vacation, flexible working hours, capital forming benefits, and a future oriented pension plan (MYPENSION)
• A modern hybrid work model (3 days office / 2 days remote) and a workplace in a prime downtown location at Ballindamm
• Mobility benefits such as subsidies for public transportation, as well as bicycle leasing via JobRad
• Comprehensive health and sports offerings (e.g., yoga, sailing, company doctor) plus EGYM Wellpass
• A company restaurant with freshly prepared meals every day and a coffee bar with a wide selection

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